Introduction A growing area, GIS now makes full use of smart technology to expand the innovations and options available to us all in terms of mapping, visual imaging and data processing. You engage with industry with opportunities to work with business whilst you study and apply your knowledge. This programme promotes the integrated study and application of the geospatial technologies through theory and practice, combining core techniques, programming, practical skills and environmental applications. To facilitate your learning experience you will use state-of-the-art hardware and software in a dedicated classroom to explore the different technologies and their applications. The programme draws upon a wide range of international, national, and local expertise in the coastal and marine sciences, landscape ecology and landscape change, archaeology, integrated coastal management, offshore, hydrographic and underwater survey, renewable energy, geology and hydrocarbon exploration, environmental risks and hazards, marine and terrestrial spatial planning, precision agriculture, climate change, and field data collection. Tools and techniques used include underwater remote sensing, image data acquisition using UAVs, mobile GIS mapping, and spatial Apps. Geospatial technologies are of increasing importance in many areas of commercial, industrial, and government employment: for example in nature conservation agencies, hydrocarbon exploration, offshore and hydrographic survey, oilfield exploration and management, environmental consultancy, civil and coastal engineering projects, environmental modelling, precision agriculture, and marine and coastal zone management. Courses Modules Semester 1 Compuslory The History, Origins and Evolution of GIS Introduction to GIS Tools, Techniques, Cartography and Geovisualisation People Management and GIS Database Systems and Big Data Semester 2 Advanced Spatial Analysis and Programming Fundamentals and Advanced Applications of Map Algebra Current Applications of GIS Usv Remote Sensing, Monitoring and Mapping Semester 3 Compulsory Dissertatoin Project in GIS Online programme Course: /postgraduate-taught/degree-programmes/1083/geographical-information-systems/ Why study at Aberdeen? You are encouraged to join a professional society like the Association for Geographic Information and Remote Sensing Society (RSS), British Cartographic Society (BCS), the UK Hydrographic Society and the Royal Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Geography has been taught at Aberdeen since 1593 first at Marischal College and then within the University in 1919. This heritage brings incredible knowledge and research. Programme Quick Facts University of Aberdeen 12 Months 24 Months Full Time and Part Time September and January start Find out about fees on the programme page Find out about scholarships on the programme page Life in Aberdeen Find out more about: Your Accommodation Campus Facilities Aberdeen City Student Support Clubs and Societies